It will vary by type of fence materials you choose, but the cost of a fence will usually be dependent on a combination of time and materials. This can vary significantly from one contractor to another. An experienced contractor should be able to explain exactly what goes into a fence and be able to explain why one fence costs more than another. The least expensive fence is usually cheap for a reason. Inferior materials and a shoddy installation process may lower the cost of a fence, but will always result in an inferior fence that will need to be replaced in a short time.

It can be hard to tell sometimes if your fencing contractor is using the proper materials. If you ask for specifics, you will most likely be given a bunch of general statements and that really don’t tell you anything. A competent fencing contractor will want to share specifics about the materials he is using, and why they are the best available.

When the job is complete, your property should look the same as it did before work began, except you now have a wonderful, new fence around it. The only evidence that there was a construction project at all will be the dirt that was displaced when the postholes were dug. The dirt should be raked up neatly into piles along the perimeter of the property, unless there is a specific location that was designated for it at the start of the job. There should be no ruts in the yard or any other sign that an installation crew was there. When installed properly, the new fence seemingly just appeared!

Yes! Don’t forget to talk with your neighbors, even if a reason for your new fence is to keep them out. Installing a new fence is a disruption, and communicating in advance about what to expect is a basic courtesy. Look for a contractor that understands this, and is willing to help you prepare them for what to expect. If your neighbors are informed up front of what to expect, when the installation will take place, and when it will be complete, they are much less likely to have a problem with it.

Fences play many roles, and there are different styles that meet different needs. Some styles of fences provide greater levels of security than others. Other styles provide more privacy. Still other styles will look better with some types of buildings or houses than others. A good contractor will be able to offer a variety of styles of fence and be able to completely and concisely answer any questions you have about the fence materials and the installation process.